Job title: Apprentice Transport Planning Technician
Salary: A1 – £24,480 - £27,269
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Location: Merrion House, 110 Merrion Centre, Leeds, LS2 8BB. Hybrid working available.
Leeds City Council is the second largest authority in England and has ambitions to be the Best City council in the UK. We currently have an exciting opportunity within Highways and Transportation for anybody wanting a career within Transport Planning.
Transport development in Leeds is moving at a fast pace with a pipeline of major investments planned to help deliver our vision to be a city where you don’t need a car.
The Transport Planning team cover a wider range of skills and disciplines from project management and transport modelling with the focus of delivering the Transport Strategy and the targets and objectives within it.
This apprenticeship post is targeted at providing school and college leavers on the job training along with an opportunity to study and gain a Level 3 Transport Planning qualification at Leeds College of Building. All tuition fees will be paid throughout the training period by Leeds City Council. The starting salary will be £23,656 with progression being awarded through successful achievement of academic qualifications and work experience appraisals.
Ideally, candidates will have achieved at least 4 GCSEs grades 9 – 4 (A* - C) including English, Maths and Science and have a careful, methodical and accurate approach to their work.
Leeds City Council is one of the largest employers in the region with over 14,000 employees. We seek to recruit and develop talented individuals who embody our council values and ambitions .
About You
As an Apprentice Transport Planning Technician, you will bring to the role:
- An ability to communicate effectively.
- An ability to work to high standards.
- Experience of using standard ICT packages
- A conscientious and committed approach towards completing tasks accurately and to deadlines to achieve service objectives
- A commitment to own personal development and learning.
About The Role
You will join an experienced and supportive team, working within the Transport Strategy service, which forms part of the Highways & Transportation directorate.
What We Offer You
We take pride in offering the best employee experience, with benefits including:
- a competitive salary and annual leave entitlement plus statutory holidays;
- membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund with generous employer contributions;
- flexible and hybrid working arrangements subject to service requirements;
- a clear career pathway and continuing professional development opportunities;
- a range of staff benefits to help you boost your wellbeing and make your money go further.
How To Apply
Please complete the online application form.
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We welcome applications from everyone and actively seek a diverse range of applicants from all backgrounds and cultures. We particularly encourage applications from, but not limited to, women, carers, veterans as well as LGBT+, ethnically diverse, disabled and care experienced people.
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Leeds City Council Job Profile
Job Purpose
To gain practical experience in the work of a Transport Planning Technician and become familiar with research techniques, transport data analysis, modelling, development and implementation of transport policies, strategies and programmes.
The post holder will be able to progress through the specified grades as experience, qualification and knowledge is gained. Support, guidance and training will be given to the post holder to assist in effective delivery of the responsibilities.
The job description summarises the work content and nature of the post and its role in the organisation. It does not specify every aspect of the job in detail and broad headings covering only the primary responsibilities of the post have been used. It is implicit that all the usual associated routines and duties are included, and that staff will work flexibly.
Responsibilities
- Develop and apply knowledge, skills and experience in the delivery of Transport Planning schemes, studies and policies.
- Work closely with internal & external services, consultants, contractors and developers in all aspects associated with the delivery and operation of the Transport Planning service.
- To comply with the accountability of the safety of staff, service users and contractors in accordance with the Department Health and Safety Policy.
- Develop and apply knowledge, skills and experience as expected from a professional technician within the Transport Planning field, in accordance with all appropriate legislation, technical guidance and practice.
- Trainee Technicians will be required to successfully undertake an agreed course of formal training.
- Keeping abreast of changes in legislation, policy and procedures, ensuring such changes are considered in all matters dealt with.
- To abide by the Councils Equal Opportunities Policy and other policies in the duties of the post and as an employee of the Council.
Qualifications 4 GCSEs at grades 9-4 (A*-C) including English, Maths and Science
Essential requirements It is essential that the candidate should be able to demonstrate the following criteria for the post. Candidates will only be shortlisted for interview if they can demonstrate that they meet all the essential requirements.
A1
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to work to high standards.
- Ability to demonstrate flexibility, self-motivation and determination.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Experience of using standard ICT packages
B1
- Ability to keep accurate records.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to work to high standards.
- Ability to act on own initiative.
- Ability to demonstrate flexibility, self-motivation and determination.
- Ability to read, interpret plans and maps
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Knowledge of the role, functions and responsibility of a Local Authority.
- Experience of using standard ICT packages
- Experience of working as part of a team
B3
- Ability to keep accurate records.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to apply negotiation and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work to high standards.
- Ability to act on own initiative.
- Ability to demonstrate flexibility, self-motivation and determination.
- Ability to read, interpret plans and maps
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Knowledge of the role, functions and responsibility of a Local Authority.
- Appreciation of project management techniques.
- Possess technical knowledge of Transport Planning matters and solutions.
- Achieve Level 3 qualification in Transport Planning.
- Achieve registration as an Engineering Technician (Eng Tech) with the Engineering Council.
- Experience of using standard ICT packages
- Experience of dealing with members of the public
- Experience of working as part of a team
- Experience of analysing, presenting and applying transport data
- Sound experience of developing transport planning solutions
Essential Behavioural And Other Characteristics
- Understand and embrace Leeds City Council Values and Behaviours and codes of conduct.
- Committed to continuous improvement in all areas and work towards delivering the Best City Ambition of Health & Wellbeing, Inclusive Growth and Zero Carbon
- Able to understand and observe Leeds City Council equality and diversity policies.
- Carry out all duties having regard to an employee’s responsibility under Health and Safety Policies.
- Willingness to actively participate in training and development activities.
- Flexible and adaptable to change to assist other services as required commensurate to grade.
- Participate in appraisal, training, and development activities.
- Be aware of and comply with Leeds City Council policies and procedures.
- Be aware of and support difference and ensure equality for all working in an anti-discriminatory manner, upholding, equality & diversity policies of Leeds City Council.
- Recognise and appropriately challenge any incidents of racism, bullying, harassment, victimisation, and any form of abuse, reporting any concerns to the appropriate person.
- The Council has adopted a flexibility protocol and the role will be expected to work within these parameters.
- Understand and embrace Leeds City Council Values and Behaviours and codes of conduct.
Desirable requirements It is desirable that the candidate should be able to demonstrate the following criteria for the post. Candidates are not required to meet all the desirable requirements however these may be used to distinguish between candidates.
A1
- Ability to keep accurate records.
- Ability to apply negotiation and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to act on own initiative.
- Ability to read, interpret plans and maps
- Knowledge of the role, functions and responsibility of a Local Authority.
- Have a sound understanding of the legal and operational framework of the service functions within Local Government.
- Appreciation of project management techniques.
- Possess technical knowledge of Transport Planning matters and solutions.
- Experience of report writing
- Experience of dealing with members of the public
- Experience of working as part of a team
- Experience of analysing, presenting and applying transport data
B1
- Ability to apply negotiation and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to apply knowledge of Transport Planning principles.
- Able to prepare detailed reports and make recommendations
- Have a sound understanding of the legal and operational framework of the service functions within Local Government.
- Appreciation of project management techniques.
- Possess technical knowledge of Transport Planning matters and solutions.
- Achieve Level 3 qualification in Transport Planning.
- Experience of report writing
- Experience of dealing with members of the public
- Experience of analysing, presenting and applying transport data
- Sound experience of developing transport planning solutions
- Experience in the use of transport analysis and modelling
- Experience of scheme/project management to deliver effective Transport Planning schemes
- Experience of the supervision and commissioning of projects
B3
- Ability to apply knowledge of Transport Planning principles.
- Able to prepare detailed reports and make recommendations
- Have a sound understanding of the legal and operational framework of the service functions within Local Government.
- Experience of report writing
- Experience in the use of transport analysis and modelling
- Experience of scheme/project management to deliver effective Transport Planning schemes
- Experience of the supervision and commissioning of projects
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